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I love this. Thanks Margaret Murphy for sharing it. Having struggled with depression for the last few months I can vouch for how true these words are. But the most important thing I have learned as I recover is how good people can be. I have received so much kindness, love, support and understanding from many people which I appreciate deeply and Im so grateful for. It helped me through the darkest days and helped me see the light again. I never thought I would go through what the last few months has brought but it is true, ANYONE can experience depression. It is horrendous but you can recover and get back to living life fully. You dont think it will happen to you but if it does please talk to people and let them know how youre feeling. Youll be surprised by how much people care and their ability to be there for you when you feel so bad and so afraid and so lost. Even if you open up to one person it will help you and your GP can advise you about what treatment will help you start to recover. I decided from the start to be open about about being depressed. Theres nothing to be ashamed of and its time the stigma surrounding mental health problems becomes a thing of the past. Depression is an illness just like cancer or heart disease. Whatever the causes, when you are depressed youre not well and you need treatment, lots of support and time to heal. If you know someone who is depressed and youre not sure what to say or do to help, just letting them know you care and are there for them will be enormously helpful. Send the odd text and if they dont reply it wont mean they dont appreciate it. That text could make a big difference to their day. And if by any chance you are reading this and are struggling and dont feel able to open up to anyone in your life, you can talk in absolute confidence for free to the Samaritans on 116 123. Just in case! Thanks everyone for your wonderful support. Youve helped me through and Im coming out the other side xx xx xx
Posted on: Wed, 01 Oct 2014 22:06:26 +0000

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